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Kimura is a traditional Japanese eatery, specializing in ramen and izakaya-style dishes such as chisaii mono (small dishes), noodles and rice, plus a full sake and cocktail menu. Kimura offers table seating, and front-row-to-the-action bar seating with a view to the Kimura kitchen, and outdoor patio seating.
Compact eatery with simple decor serving Japanese fare including ramen.
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Address: 1017 N Flores St, San Antonio, TX 78212
Phone: (210) 444-0702
Website: http://kimurasa.com/
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Gabriel Zeckua
We had a great experience at Kimura! The food was absolutely delicious: full of flavor and beautifully presented. From their ramen to their bowls, everything tasted fresh and well-balanced. The dish I ordered had the perfect combination of crispy, savory, and just the right amount of sweetness.
Our order took a little longer than usual, but the staff handled it so professionally. They kindly brought us complimentary edamame while we waited, which was such a thoughtful gesture. Customer service like that really makes a difference.
The team was incredibly friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout our visit. Great food + great service = definitely coming back.
Highly recommend if you’re craving quality Japanese food in a relaxed, inviting atmosphere!
… moreOur order took a little longer than usual, but the staff handled it so professionally. They kindly brought us complimentary edamame while we waited, which was such a thoughtful gesture. Customer service like that really makes a difference.
The team was incredibly friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout our visit. Great food + great service = definitely coming back.
Highly recommend if you’re craving quality Japanese food in a relaxed, inviting atmosphere!
Eileen Thompson
Saw this place on Apple Maps while headed to the Tobin Center to watch a show. Decided to stop for dinner and were pleasantly surprised by the friendly staff, cozy atmosphere and delicious food. We sat at the counter area to watch the action in the kitchen. I ordered the Tantanmen Ramen and my husband ordered the Yakisoba with added pork belly and ajitsuke tamago. We also got to try the charred edamame on the house. Sooo good! We are convinced the best places are often off the beaten path. Thank you for adding to our wonderful date night! We will be back for sure!
… moreAnnie Oof
Staff were super friendly and helpful. Food was pretty good but I gave it a 4 because I thought that some toppings were a bit odd, such as radish shavings, compared to what I typically see on ramen. I also thought only half an egg was kinda silly but it was yummy! We got the fried chicken and it was super spicy. Flavor was good but I’m a baby when it comes to spice but my boyfriend loved it. I got the tonkatsu and it feels just like a comfort food. The atmosphere was very relaxing and quiet. Definitely willing to go again and try some different options such as appetizers and drinks, and another bowl of ramen.
… moreJasmine Capers
I have been looking for real ramen since I left my visits to South Korea and Okinawa. Two different types both delicious, Kimura offered an experience that was right on par with what you would expect in Japan! The tantanmen ramen with house spice was DELICIOUS! I enjoyed this with Japanese plum wine, and gyoza. I wanted to go back on the same day it was so fulfilling. Customer service was good, food was served hot and quickly
… moreLuke Cage
On a Saturday, the line curled outside in a patient serpentine—an unspoken ritual of respect for what waits within. Yet it moved with the quiet efficiency of a Tokyo train platform: smooth, orderly, purposeful. Even before tasting, you feel the philosophy at work—precision without rush, intention without noise.
Inside, everything speaks the language of Japanese cuisine: reverence for balance, devotion to detail, and an obsession with umami that borders on poetry. The broth is not simply cooked; it is composed—layered with depth, clarity, and restraint, each note placed with monk-like discipline. The noodles arrive perfectly tender, a vehicle for richness rather than distraction. Thick cuts of pork belly rest in the bowl like carefully chosen brushstrokes—luxurious, yielding, and deeply savory. The dumplings shatter delicately at first bite, revealing a heart that is warm, fragrant, and profoundly comforting.
The atmosphere is calm, almost ceremonial. Portions are generous but never excessive, honoring the Japanese ideal that satisfaction should come from harmony, not excess. Service flows with grace and attentiveness, the kind that anticipates without intruding. And the price—remarkably humble for such devotion to craft—feels like a gift rather than a transaction.
One spoonful of that umami, and memory awakens: five splendid years in Asia distilled into a single, perfect moment. This is food rooted in culture, shaped by discipline, and elevated by detail. Not merely a meal, but a quiet tribute to Japanese perfectionism—where richness is earned through patience, and flavor is treated as something sacred.
… moreInside, everything speaks the language of Japanese cuisine: reverence for balance, devotion to detail, and an obsession with umami that borders on poetry. The broth is not simply cooked; it is composed—layered with depth, clarity, and restraint, each note placed with monk-like discipline. The noodles arrive perfectly tender, a vehicle for richness rather than distraction. Thick cuts of pork belly rest in the bowl like carefully chosen brushstrokes—luxurious, yielding, and deeply savory. The dumplings shatter delicately at first bite, revealing a heart that is warm, fragrant, and profoundly comforting.
The atmosphere is calm, almost ceremonial. Portions are generous but never excessive, honoring the Japanese ideal that satisfaction should come from harmony, not excess. Service flows with grace and attentiveness, the kind that anticipates without intruding. And the price—remarkably humble for such devotion to craft—feels like a gift rather than a transaction.
One spoonful of that umami, and memory awakens: five splendid years in Asia distilled into a single, perfect moment. This is food rooted in culture, shaped by discipline, and elevated by detail. Not merely a meal, but a quiet tribute to Japanese perfectionism—where richness is earned through patience, and flavor is treated as something sacred.
Janine S
I hope it was just an off day… But I’m not going to come back to find out.
Let me start with – I was starving! And I don’t know about yall, but normally food when I’m that hungry is amazing. However, we did not experience the same things as many others have in this review section. The only flavor we tasted in the miso, chicken broth, tantanmen, and tonkotsu broths was SALT. It was extremely salty, flavor was lacking..
The miso broth looked just like the chicken broth.. Only reason I think there may have been a bit of miso is because I saw miso paste on the edge of the bowl.. I’ll share the miso and chicken broth and you can take a stab at guessing which is which. I bet if I added the tantanmen broth in it, you wouldn’t be able to distinguish the three.
Another issue was as we placed our order, the cashier addressed everyone in line and said they’ll be on a waitlist and they can have a seat while they waited if they wanted. Which wouldn’t have been an issue, but now they’re occupying seats, no food ordered, just waiting. Which left us to wait for a seat even though we had already ordered.
… moreLet me start with – I was starving! And I don’t know about yall, but normally food when I’m that hungry is amazing. However, we did not experience the same things as many others have in this review section. The only flavor we tasted in the miso, chicken broth, tantanmen, and tonkotsu broths was SALT. It was extremely salty, flavor was lacking..
The miso broth looked just like the chicken broth.. Only reason I think there may have been a bit of miso is because I saw miso paste on the edge of the bowl.. I’ll share the miso and chicken broth and you can take a stab at guessing which is which. I bet if I added the tantanmen broth in it, you wouldn’t be able to distinguish the three.
Another issue was as we placed our order, the cashier addressed everyone in line and said they’ll be on a waitlist and they can have a seat while they waited if they wanted. Which wouldn’t have been an issue, but now they’re occupying seats, no food ordered, just waiting. Which left us to wait for a seat even though we had already ordered.
Peep Ortiz
Food was amazing, ordered a Katsudon Donburi with the spicy house sauce and was not disappointed. Service was a little slow, but nothing too egregious. Atmosphere was also great and any anime fan will feel right at home.
All in all, would recommend 9/10.
… moreAll in all, would recommend 9/10.
Fact Speaker
On the side of this building where this restaurant is located, there is a writing on the wall that says “support local”. So true! I encourage anyone to seek out local businesses and Kimura is one of those places that deserve a chance for your time & money. Contrast to the outside, the inside decor resembles traditional Japanese ramen shops. The ambience is on point and the food is equally fantastic. From popular Tonkotsu ramen to Rice Bowls, every option is delicious and a must try. This restart is the perfect place to dine in groups. The only negative critique is the parking. There is a small parking lot next to the restaurant, so if you get there during rush hour you may have to park somewhere else. Despite that, I found no other flaws when I dined there.
… moreTxWhsprs
Freaking delicious lovely place to visit with that someone special. Intamit seating as well as open floor steating. when you walk in, you will have to stand in line and take turns to place your order at the register, but the line goes fast. my dish had the perfect amount of chili but it won’t burn your mouth.
… moreangel :3
i go here all the time and i absolutely love it!! the staff is always very sweet and kind, and the food is soo freaking delicious too! i look forward to visiting again!!
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